Introduction to upper limb

Introduction to upper limb and its bones
Curricular Objectives
By the end of this session students are expected to:

Theory
1. Outline the parts and regions of the upper limb
2. Comprehend the effect of upper limb specialized function on treatment decisions
3. Outline the general arrangement of the of the nerves supplying the upper limb
4. Summarize the arterial supply and venous drainage of the upper limb
5. Describe the bones of the upper limb and their main markings
6. List the joints of the upper limb and their types
7. Discuss the use of X-ray in diagnoses of various upper limb conditions

Practical
1. Distinguish the different parts and regions of the upper limb
2. Identify the bones of the upper limb and label their main markings
3. Identify the joints of the upper limb
4. Trace some of the main nerves and vessels of the upper limb
5. Label the upper limb bones and their main markings in an X- ray film

Selected references and suggested resources
? Clinical Anatomy by Regions, Richard S. Snell, 10th edition
? Grant s Atlas of Anatomy, 13th Edition
? McMinn s Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy, 7th Edition
? Anatomy for Babylon medical students (Facebook page)
? Anatomy for Babylon medical students (YouTube channel)
? Human Anatomy Education (Facebook page)
? Human anatomy education (YouTube channel)

Feedback and suggestions
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Session check list
? Clinical highlights:
? Doctors commonly face limb injuries, fractures, dislocations. In addition they frequently need to examine the upper limb to assess peripheral pulses and measuring blood pressure.
? Thorough knowledge on the anatomy of the upper limb and the gross features of the bones, their ossification time table and the vessels and nerves crossing nearby is essential.

? Key landmarks:
? Clavicle
? Scapula
? Humerus
? Radius
? Ulna